Deadline:
As soon as possible
Location(s)
Korea, South
Seoul
Overview
Details
Removing the barriers to entrepreneurship
Building companies is hard, which is why Antler is bringing an unrivaled network of advisors and massive global dataset on startup success to the South Korean ecosystem. We identify exceptional people and provide the tools necessary to build defining companies of tomorrow.
- 60,000 - Applications to date
- 2,000 - Founders accepted
- 300 - Startups funded
- 500+ - Advisors globally
How it works
Antler Korea accepts applications from individuals and teams. During Phase 1 of the program, you will focus on building your co-founding team and validating your business idea. We invest in the most promising startups selected by our investment committee which move to Phase 2. Phase 2 is all about building your MVP, building traction, and getting ready for your next investment round. All this culminates to Demo Day, where you will get the opportunity to pitch to local and international investors.
What is the six month program like?
The Antler program is different in every location so please check each location page to find out the specificities for that location. In general the Antler program is divided into two phases. Phase 1 is dedicated to finding a co-founder, validating your ideas and starting to build your business. At the end of this phase, teams present to our Investment Committee and those that receive an investment continue to the next phase. Phase 2 is an acceleration track where you will use Antler funding to get enough traction to raise your seed round. Throughout these 6 months, we offer dedicated coach from our team and access to our global network - we bring in successful entrepreneurs, industry experts and advisors to host masterclasses that will help you thrive in your entrepreneurial journey.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
What is the typical background of other founders in the cohort?
We welcome the most exceptional people from diverse professional and geographical backgrounds. We bring together experienced operators, technologists and serial entrepreneurs to build their next companies. Each cohort typically has around 30 different nationalities represented and our founders have 9 years of work experience on average. Moreover, 40% of our portfolio companies have at least one female co-founder. Our founders are tech, business and research professionals who can sell or build a product. They excel in fields including software engineering, business development and strategy, data science, etc.
What do you look for in founders?
We accept applications from all geographies and backgrounds. There are no minimum requirements other than age (minimum of 18 years of age). We look for people with:
- Inner drive: You're a self-starter and can motivate yourself and others to join your mission. You set high goals and have proven to achieve them.
- Spike: That strong attribute which enables your skills and experiences to stand out from the crowd. You have deep knowledge in an area where you can form a foundation of your company's competitive advantage.
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Grit: Your source of energy never runs low. You always find a window when the door closes. You have the willingness and ability to keep going when you're faced with obstacles.
What is the selection process?
The selection process varies in every location but here are some of the steps you may be able to find during the interview process.
- Screening call: Some candidates will be invited to a quick screening call to get to know you better. During this stage, we will learn more about your passions, ambitions and overall drive and values.
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Problem solving test: After submitting your application, you will be invited to do a quick 30 minutes test. The test gives us an overview of your quantitative and logical reasoning as well as problem-solving skills.
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Final interviews: Once you’ve made it to this stage, you will meet with the Antler team in person and some existing founders before being given a take-home case study to solve. During the two 45 minutes interviews, the team will assess you on the dimensions mentioned above, drive, problem-solving skills and spike. To prepare for this step, it's helpful to think through the previous roles and experiences that helped shape your career so far. In particular, we're interested in learning more about specific examples where you were faced with difficult challenges and how you resolved them.
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Offer: Your journey begins – welcome to the Antler family! We will get in touch with you on the next steps needed to confirm your offer.
Dates
Deadline: As soon as possible
Cost/funding for participants
What type of support can I expect from Antler?
You will have access to masterclasses and resources on how to build and grow your start-up, a grant to cover costs during the first two months as well as pre-seed funding if you gain enough traction. But the most valuable support will be our network of advisors, venture partners and industry experts as well as the Antler team and the community of founders.
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Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
